Which of the Following Organisms Would Be Most Likely to Contaminate

question 37

Multiple Choice

Which of the following organisms would be most likely to contaminate a jar of pickles?

• A) an acidophile
• B) a neutrophile
• C) a mesophile
• D) a thermophile
• E) an obligate anaerobe

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Definitions:

Atrioventricular Valves

Heart valves located between the atria and ventricles, enabling blood flow from the atria to the ventricles while preventing backflow.

Semilunar Valves

Valves located at the exit of both the left and right ventricles of the heart, which prevent backflow of blood into the ventricles.

Ventricles

Ventricles are chambers within the heart that pump blood out to the lungs and the rest of the body, crucial for the cardiac circulation process.

Epinephrine

Hormone secreted by the adrenal medulla in times of stress; also referred to as adrenaline.